What is it?
Glyoxal Trimeric Dihydrate is used primarily in the paper and textile industry. It is used for paper coatings and as a starch-based formulation and as a starting material for wrinkle-resistant treatments.
How can I avoid it?
Skin exposure with Glyoxal Trimeric Dihydrate is required for it to cause a rash. You should avoid contact with this substance. Avoidance requires reading labels, Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS), and on occasion, direct communication with the manufacturer.
Uses:
- Additive in tobacco products
- Embalming fluids
- Leather tanning
- Paper coating
- Pharmaceuticals
- Textile dyeing
- Wrinkle resistant treatments
Other names for Glyoxal Trimeric Dihydrate:
- 1,2-Ethanedione
- Biformal
- Diformyl
- Ethanedial
- Glyoxal
- Glycolaldehyde
- Oxalaldehyde